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7-Day Mount Kilimanjaro on Umbwe Route

Challenge yourself on one of Mount Kilimanjaro’s steepest routes

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Tanzania, Africa

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About this tour:

7 days

Jan-Dec

Trekking

Guided, Private

Camping

Very Hard (5/5)

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Meals

Don't worry about meals. 6 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners, and purified drinking water are included.

Transfers

Check out the 'What's Included' tab for more info on personal transfers during your tour.

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Travel stress-free knowing in-country local support is available by regular phone or WhatsApp to support you during your tour.

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Enjoy the flexibility and ease of staggered payments in your own currency using your choice of credit card.

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Route notes, maps, and/or a trail app make navigation on this tour a breeze.

Park Entrance Fees

Included where possible! Check the 'What's Included' tab for more info on park entrance fees during your tour.

Luggage transfers

Take a load off, with optional or included luggage transfers. Check inclusions for further details.

Accommodation for 7-Day Mount Kilimanjaro on Umbwe Route

All the included accommodations are camping tents at designated camps along the trail. Tents are good quality and waterproof with a sleeping pad. The provided tents are double occupancy. Private tents and private toilets can be rented as additional gear.

Single Rooms and Solo Travelers

You can pay a supplement to have a private tent (please enquire for more information).

Night 1

Umbwe Cave Camp

Enjoy the biodiversity as this is the only camp on the itinerary that is surrounded by trees and lush vegetation.

Night 2-3

Barranco Camp

Barranco Camp is set in a rocky valley. Hopefully the view of the Barranco Wall in the distance will help motivate you for the upcoming journey.

Night 4

Karanga Camp

Set high just above the beautiful Karanga Valley, this site is a great place to explore or relax at the end of another long day on the trail.

Night 5

Barafu Camp

Tonight, you’re sleeping at over 4,600m above sea level with the summit in sight.

Night 6

Mweka Camp

You’ll enjoy an abundance of fresh air at the much lower altitude Mweka Camp, where you’ll celebrate your climb with fellow campers.

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7-Day Mount Kilimanjaro on Umbwe Route Tour Details

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Itinerary

7-Day Mount Kilimanjaro on Umbwe Route Itinerary

Day 0 Arrive the day before for pre-trek briefing

Overnight Location - None | Distance - None | Meals - None

If you have opted for the optional airport transfers, you will be picked from Kilimanjaro Airport or Arusha Airport and transferred to your hotel in Moshi.
Pre-trek briefing at your Moshi hotel. You should be planning to arrive at least one day before the start of the trek. Today you will spend time having a pre-trek briefing. The team will also review your equipment and rent any equipment which is needed. Please note that the accommodation or airport transfers for this day are not included but can be booked as a supplement.

Day 1 Drive to Umbwe Gate and begin your trek

Overnight Location - Camping on Mount Kilimanjaro (2,850m / 9,350’) | Distance - 5 to 6 hours, 11 km, 1190m of elevation gain) | Meals - Lunch, dinner

This morning you’ll be picked up from your hotel in Moshi and driven to the Umbwe Gate. There will be some registration procedures you’ll have to complete before you start your hike. The trail quickly ascends a steep forest track through the rainforest. You’ll still be under lush tree cover when you arrive at Umbwe Cave Camp for the night.

Day 2 Hike up Umbwe Ridge and through Barranco Valley

Overnight Location - Camping on Mount Kilimanjaro (3,900m / 9,350’) | Distance - 4 to 5 hours, 6 km, 1150m of elevation gain | Meals - Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Today you’ll notice the forest recede into mountain moorland. You’ll have a steady ascent up the ridge before it flattens into the valley. When you reach Barranco Camp you’ll be joining campers who are hiking the Machame Route.

Day 3 Explore or relax at Barranco Camp

Overnight Location - Camping on Mount Kilimanjaro (3,900m / 9,350’) | Distance - None | Meals - Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Now that you’re at nearly 4000m you’ll begin really feeling the effects of the elevation, especially since your ascent was so fast. Today will be an important day to rest and become more acclimatized before you climb even higher. You can choose to soak in the spectacular views from camp or explore the valley on your own.

Day 4 Climb over the Barranco Wall and into Karanga Valley

Overnight Location - Camping on Mount Kilimanjaro (3,995m / 13,106’) | Distance - 3 to 4 hours, 5 km, 50m elevation gain | Meals - Breakfast, lunch, dinner

You’ll be glad to be well-rested this morning as you take on the impressive Barranco Wall. It’s a steep hike up and over, but you’ll enjoy the views from the top as you crest the ridge and descend into the Karanga Valley.

Day 5 Hike to Barafu Camp and complete the Southern Circuit

Overnight Location - Camping on Mount Kilimanjaro (4,673m / 15,331’) | Distance - 3 to 4 hours, 4 km, 650m of elevation gain | Meals - Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Your trail today continues around the Southern Circuit, which means you’ll get to see the inspiring summit from nearly all angles. Head to bed after an early dinner in preparation for your midnight departure and summit attempt tomorrow!

Day 6 Sunrise, summit, and start descending

Overnight Location - Camping on Mount Kilimanjaro (3,100m / 10,170) | Distance - 10 to 13 hours, 18 km, 1195m of ascent and 2800m of descent | Meals - Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Enjoy those short hours in your sleeping bag because this morning’s hike will be cold and dark as you head out after midnight. The hike this morning will be the most challenging yet, as the steep and loose trail will be cold with very little oxygen. Despite being short of breath, make sure you take a moment to take in Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers as you pass between them and begin the scramble up to Stella Point. Here your efforts will be rewarded with an inspirational sunset before your final hour to the peak.

Congratulations! At the summit, you’ve reached Africa’s highest point and have a moment to celebrate. From Uhuru Peak, you’ll begin your descent back down the mountain on Mweka Trail. Although the descent may be tough on your knees, you’ll find it becoming easier to breathe as the elevation decreases.

Day 7 Trek back into the rainforest and return to Moshi

Overnight Location - Hotel in Moshi | Distance - 3 to 4 hours, 10 km, 1680m of descent | Meals - Breakfast

After a great sleep, you’ll continue down through the rainforest to Mweka Gate. Once you’ve arrived, you’ll receive your summit certificate, and your driver will take you back to Moshi.

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Frequently asked questions for 7-Day Mount Kilimanjaro on Umbwe Route

How hard is the 7-Day Mount Kilimanjaro on Umbwe Route tour?

We rate this tour as a 5 / 5. The Umbwe Route is short and steep with little time to acclimatize to the elevation. It is recommended that only hikers with a lot of experience at high elevations attempt this route. The extra day to acclimatize will help increase your chances of success. No technical climbing skills are required, but the trail can be very steep with challenging footing in some sections.

Is there first aid available on the 7-Day Mount Kilimanjaro on Umbwe Route tour?

Yes, the experienced and professional guides are all trained in first aid as well as in the use of personal protective equipment.

Do I need a visa to travel to Tanzania?

Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

Are meals included on the 7-Day Mount Kilimanjaro on Umbwe Route tour?

6 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners, and purified drinking water are included.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover hiking at high altitudes. Get your Travel Insurance.

How do I get to Moshi to start this tour?

Fly to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO).

Is the 7-Day Mount Kilimanjaro on Umbwe Route tour in English?

Yes, the tour guide is English-speaking.

Are equipment rentals included?

A tent, sleeping pad, and mess tent are all included. You’ll need to provide your own personal trekking equipment such as a sleeping bag, hiking boots, and trekking poles. You will have the opportunity to rent anything you are missing locally the day before your departure.

Where does the 7-Day Mount Kilimanjaro on Umbwe Route tour end?

The tour ends with a transfer back to Moshi. Airport transfers or extra nights in Moshi can be booked as a supplement.

Do I need special vaccines to travel to Tanzania?

Check with your family doctor.

Are there any travel restrictions for Tanzania?

Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.

When is the best time to travel to Tanzania for this tour?

The best time to travel to Tanzania to climb Mount Kilimanjaro is when the weather is warmest and driest, which tends to be December-March and June-October.

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